Dixi le Roux exhibit set to open at Minto Arts Gallery in Harriston

HARRISTON - An exhibition by Dixi le Roux is set to open Feb. 6 at the Minto Arts Gallery.

Gallery officials state le Roux is a self taught artist who was born into an artistic family.

“It is only after retirement that she has had the time and freedom to fulfill her lifelong passion for art,” states a release from the Minto Arts Council.

“Working with established artists either through lessons or workshops, she picked up valuable tips on methods, mediums, etc. She works mainly with acrylics using brushes, rollers and palette knives.”

Previously le Roux has participated in solo and shared shows, juried shows, and was also part of the New Hamburg Art Tour and participated in Art in the Park, Stratford.

The exhibit, entitled The Gates are OPEN, kicks off on Feb. 6 with an artist’s reception from 6:30 to 8pm at the gallery and runs until Feb. 29.

The Minto Arts Gallery is located on the top floor at the Harriston library at 88 Mill St. Gallery hours are:

– Tuesday: 6 to 8pm;

– Wednesday: 1:30 to 3:30pm and 6 to 8pm;

– Thursday: 6 to 8pm;

– Friday: 1:30 to 5:30pm; and

– Saturday: 11am to 1pm.

For more information contact info@mintoartscouncil.ca.